TSA have partnered with the various funding bodies for some time now. The relationship has on the whole been an amicable one where their ideals have not conflicted with our mission and values. It has been a win-win, but the days are coming where those who fund our services will require greater accountability, and may challenge our positional statements and values.

TSA was once a major player in the social sector, particularly in Victoria, but there are now many players who are gaining the ear of Government policy and funding decision makers, with new models of service delivery. There is a real need to build our ability to speak up and speak out against social injustice, but back this up not only with quality research, but also with a model that facilitates our research into a deliverable pilot service model.

We have the ability, the relationships with academic bodies, and currently, the good will. We have the blood of Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit and the compassionate heart of our Father God, but do we have the courage to challenge current thinking?

It is time.